IntroductionA major key to a liberal art education is developing student’s inherent intellectual
capacities for learning by going beyond dogmatism and parochialism toward becoming
thoughtful and compassionate leaders in rapidly changing social, economic and political
global network of completing interests.
The disciplines of enlightened philosophical and religious reflection are foundational
for a liberal arts education as these disciplines of mind and heart will assist students
to refine for themselves what is a just and humane philosophy of life for whatever
career choices they may choose.

MissionThe department provides undergraduate instruction in philosophy and religious studies.
The course work is aimed at developing students’ skills in critical reading, listening,
and thinking; logical analysis and synthesis; online and library research; and oral
presentations and critical writing. Students are exposed to major philosophical and
religious ideas and values from Western and non-Western cultures. They are encouraged
to commit themselves
to lives characterized by respect for others, fair-mindedness, self reflection, self
awareness and self improvement.